There are some key points to note when including the cost of research facilities in your application for external research funding:
- The cost of a facility should only be charged if the facility appears on the approved list (see pFACT drop-down list in Equipment/Facilities section). If the facility you plan to include is not on the list, contact the fEC Accounting Manager.
- When using the pFACT drop-down option, the facility will automatically be included as a Directly Incurred Cost and the current charge out rate per hour/day will be identified. You only need to state the number of hours/days required for your project.
- If you are applying to RCUK, Innovate UK or another UK Government Department that pays on the basis of fEC, please refer to the additional process notes
- The Facility Manager will arrange for the charges to be made against the appropriate account as applicable to the funder.
For further information, please refer to the FAQs.